Word Origin & History

accomplishment mid 15c., "completion," from Fr. accomplissement "action of accomplishing" (see accomplish). Meaning "thing completed" and that of "something that completes" someone and fits him or her for society are from c.1600.

Example Sentences for accomplishments

David would inquire, and it was always a sad thing to him that this was not one of the young man's accomplishments.

This was one of my accomplishments as a boy, and I enjoyed the practice.

Any accomplishments she may possess are apt to be neglected.

He is weak in all accomplishments—drawing, dancing, music, and the like.

During this time the young Toltec was eagerly acquiring two other accomplishments.

To some extent, literacy was an integral part of these accomplishments.

He was received with acquiescence; enthusiasm was not among Coralie's accomplishments.

These were very remarkable, but as eccentric as all his other accomplishments.